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Tuesday, November 6, 2012

I'm voting against extending the Sales Tax, Measure G. I prefer we balance our budget without it. This would require a reduction in services and renegotiating contracts with the County. I would like to see our City do what it takes to spend within it's means without the Sales Tax Addition.

So it's simple, if you want the same level of services and spending, I support you voting Yes. If you'd like to compel us to cut spending, I support you voting No.

Argument In Favor of Measure G

Four years ago, Trinidad Residents were asked to come together and support a 3/4% sales tax compromise to primarily fund the police and fire departments and their reserves.

We have reviewed the performance of the tax and have determined the need for it to continue. We have also addressed the tax concerns of local residents outside the city limits. The City Council's advisory committee will continue to monitor spending of these funds.

To maintain the current level of city services, we ask you to support measure G.

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About Mike

Born August 5, 1964 in Montana, adopted and raised by middle-class parents in the SF Bay Area, California, I experienced the ups and downs inherent in relationships, and learned an important value from my Dad along the way - "any job worth doing, is worth doing well".

My life has been more about luck than any plan I've set - though my mother has taught me that spiritually, we make our own luck. In San Francisco, my second favorite city after Trinidad, I had a successful career as an Art Director, Graphic Design. I also built my first house. I'm grateful for the many amazing and inspiring people I met along the way to Trinidad.

Retired for 13 years, Trinidad keeps me busy with new roles - purchasing and remodeling the town's B&B, back to school for Emergency Medical and Fire Service for our Trinidad VFD, working on the Greater Trinidad Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors, and running meetings for the past few years as Planning Commission Chairman.

As a City Councilmember, I've started my newest job with a renewed commitment to one of my favorite values, and with gratitude for my inspiration - this one is worth doing really well Dad.